Reviews by Janet S. (Terrace Park, OH)

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Alfie and Me
Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe
by Carl Safina
A Magical Story (9/17/2023)
Alfie and Me is a moving story of an orphaned little screech owl and the effect it has on the author's life. After the author and his wife took in this little bird, they expected it would only last for a short period of time. Alfie becomes an integral part of their daily …more
Dirt Creek
Dirt Creek: A Novel
by Hayley Scrivenor
Great Book (3/22/2022)
Dirt Creek is a great heart-wrenching mystery set in small town Australia. The author does a great job in sharing the story and definitely keeps you interested and guessing who did it and how did it happen. There was excellent character development. I thoroughly enjoyed the …more
Two Storm Wood
Two Storm Wood: A Novel
by Philip Gray
Great Historical Fiction (12/9/2021)
Two Storm Wood is powerful historical fiction. It focuses on the horrors of World War I, Yet, it also tells the story of a determined young woman in finding her missing husband and knowing the truth. I was blown away. The story is unforgettable.
With or Without You
With or Without You: A Novel
by Caroline Leavitt
Enjoyable Book (5/30/2020)
This was an interesting read centered on three main characters whose lives become intertwined. All three characters have their flaws,,,as all of us do. While I enjoyed the read, was drawn to finish it, and appreciated the life lessons, I just found it somewhat lacking.
Ellie and the Harpmaker
Ellie and the Harpmaker
by Hazel Prior
Enjoyable Book (4/11/2019)
What a wonderful, charming book. Great story of friendship and love. You just never know what curves life will throw at and how these curves will change your life...many times for the better. I enjoyed this book. Kudos to the author.
Greek to Me
Greek to Me: Adventures of the Comma Queen
by Mary Norris
Better You Than Me (2/14/2019)
I had a hard time reading/understanding this book. It just did not make sense. And as the title says -- It was all Greek to Me. Just did not like it. Sorry.
Sold on a Monday
Sold on a Monday
by Kristina McMorris
Heart Warming Read (8/16/2018)
Sold On A Monday hooked me immediately, It tells the tale of an American family hardship during the Great Depression. Not only do you feel such compassion for the two children that have been sold...but I was cheering all of Ellis Reed and Lily Palmer's actions/efforts to …more
If the Creek Don't Rise
If the Creek Don't Rise
by Leah Weiss
Great Appalachian Novel (10/10/2017)
Wow! this novel grabbed me quickly. I liked how the author introduced/got me into the heads of several folks in the town of Baines Creek. Great technique! At times I laughed and then cried while reading the book.

Throughout the novel I was rooting for the sweet but …more
The Story of Arthur Truluv
The Story of Arthur Truluv: A Novel
by Elizabeth Berg
Wonderful Read (5/30/2017)
The Story of Arthur Truluv is a charming book. It's a book you just want to hug after reading it.

Each of the three main characters lose a central figure in their lives only to find a second chance where they least expect it. While there is not a great deal of character …more
All the Ugly and Wonderful Things
All the Ugly and Wonderful Things: A Novel
by Bryn Greenwood
Powerful Read (5/19/2016)
This is a tough read and not for everyone. Wavy, the daughter of a drug dealer, has to grow up all to quickly and trusts no one...even her parents. At eight years old she pretty much raises her mother's new baby, when she is still a child herself.

Fortunately, along comes a …more
Shelter
Shelter
by Jung Yun
Good Read (1/5/2016)
Shelter is a powerful novel dealing with family dynamics, drama, lies, and tragedy. The author does a great job of keeping you on the edge of your seat and wanting to continue reading. Parts of the found book I found truly heart breaking, but hopeful at its conclusion. Good read.
Circling the Sun
Circling the Sun: A Novel
by Paula McLain
Enjoy the Ride! (5/20/2015)
Circling the Sun by Paula McLain is an interesting ride/journey. The book is well-written and tells the story of a real life heroine, Beryl Markham. I was unfamiliar with her before reading this book.

I came away having great respect for Beryl Markham and all of her …more
Three Many Cooks
Three Many Cooks: One Mom, Two Daughters: Their Shared Stories of Food, Faith & Family
by Pam Anderson, Maggy Keet & Sharon Damelio
Wonderfully Delicious! (2/18/2015)
First of all let me state that I love to cook and love browsing through cookbooks. However, I was unfamiliar with the Three Many Cooks blog...rest assured I plan to become more familiar now.

I loved all of the stories these women shared and the fun times and learnings they …more
The Arsonist
The Arsonist: A novel
by Sue Miller
Not Sue Miller's Best (7/28/2014)
First, let me say that I am a Sue Miller fan. I have been since I read The Good Mother years ago. That said, I have mixed emotions about The Arsonist. It is not a book I loved, yet I did not hate it either.

The novel has various themes going on – several house fires that …more
That Summer
That Summer
by Lauren Willig
Great Beach/Escape Read (4/22/2014)
This is a fun Gothic novel from start to finish. It alternates between two time periods 1849 and 2009. Both time periods are done equally well and both flow well together. You can't wait to finish one section (modern day) to find out more detail of the 1849 period.
It was …more
Last Train to Istanbul
Last Train to Istanbul
by Ayse Kulin
Last Train to Istanbul Review (9/18/2013)
This book was highly recommended, and I am a fan of WWII, the drama of Nazi Germany and the plight of the Jews.

The story has a number of elements and plots. It took me a little while to connect all of the dots...but once I did, I enjoyed the plot moves through Turkey, …more
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